We find the Bible assuming itself to be the Word of God in the special terms that it uses to describe itself. In this blog series’ third installment, we consider a couple more of these terms: “Book (Scripture) of Truth” and “Books”. 5.The Book (Scripture) Of Truth In Daniel, we find the written Word called […]
The Past and Present Walk of the One Who Now Believes in Christ
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) Paul tells the Corinthian church that every Christian is made anew—a “new creation”. The old is gone and the new is come. What is this old nature that has passed away? […]
Three Reasons You Should Order Books from the BLB Bookstore
Did you know there is a Blue Letter Bible bookstore? Well, there is! Here are three reasons you might want to consider ordering your next book or Bible from the BLB Bookstore: 1. A great selection The BLB Bookstore offers a great selection of books, Bibles, music, and accessories. We offer only the most helpful […]
God's Word on God's Word – Part 2
We find the Bible assuming itself to be the Word of God in the special terms that it uses to describe itself. In this blog series’ second installment, we consider three of these terms: the “Holy Scriptures”, the “Word of God”, and the “Word of the Lord”. 2. The Holy Scriptures Twice we find the […]
What Is the Will of God?
It’s a question that many of us ask: “What is God’s will for my life?” After all, what child of God does not want to know the answer to this? The question of purpose—who we are, why we’re here, what God wants of/from/for us—is fundamental to human existence. The best place to go for help […]
God's Word on God's Word: Part 1
We find the Bible assuming itself to be the Word of God in the special terms that it uses to describe itself. In this new blog series, we will consider 12 of these terms. Today, we look at the first of these: “Scriptures”. 1. The Scripture (Scriptures) The New Testament applied the term “the writings” […]
Repentance Must Go with Forgiveness
God exalted him at his right hand as Leader and Savior, to give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins. (Acts 5:31) Repentance and Forgiveness Go Hand in Hand Repentance must go with remission, and you will see that it is so if you think a little upon the matter. It cannot be that pardon […]
Man Full of Grace
“And Stephen, full of grace and power, was doing great wonders and signs among the people.” (Acts 6:8) Sure enough, everything the Christian knows is grace from God on high. Consider what Scripture has to say about this amazing grace. Those who are full of grace are: Responsive to grace. “And when he wished to cross […]
He Is Before All Things
“For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities–all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.” (Colossians 1:16-1) Jesus Christ, the Son of God is before all […]
The Canonicity of Scripture
Many people wonder who decided which books should be placed in the Bible. The simple answer is that God decided which books should be in the canon. He was the final determiner. J.I. Packer writes: The church no more gave us the New Testament canon than Sir Isaac Newton gave us the force of gravity. […]